Commercial Project Manager (Energy Sector) - Sierra Leone

Fempower Personnel; South Africa; On-site; ZAR 1 192 000 - 1 534 000; Full time

Job summary

A leading recruitment agency is seeking a dynamic Commercial Project Manager for a pivotal role based in Sierra Leone. This is a unique opportunity to establish processes and ensure commercial success for a new entity within the energy technology sector. The ideal candidate will have strong commercial acumen, extensive project management experience, and excellent stakeholder communication skills. This role offers the chance to thrive in a start-up-like environment and make a significant impact.

Qualifications

• 3 to 5 years of experience in project management or a commercial/financial role within the energy sector.
• Strong commercial and financial acumen, with experience in forecasting, reporting, and analysis.
• Excellent communication and stakeholder management skills.

Responsibilities

• Ensure compliance with all commercial guidelines and financial reporting standards.
• Support the Project Manager in achieving financial targets and optimizing gross profit.
• Act as the key commercial contact for customer representatives and partners/subcontractors.

Skills

Commercial Acumen

Financial Reporting

Project Management

Risk Management

Education

Bachelor's degree in Accounting, Finance, or a related field

Tools

SAP

Job description

We are seeking a dynamic and hands‑on Commercial Project Manager for a pivotal role based in Sierra Leone. This is a unique opportunity to be at the heart of developing and ramping up a new entity for a global leader in the energy technology sector. You will play a crucial role in establishing processes and ensuring commercial success from the ground up.

Requirements

• Bachelor's degree in Accounting, Finance, or a related field.
• 3 to 5 years of experience in project management or a commercial/financial role within the energy sector (essential)
• Strong commercial and financial acumen, with experience in forecasting, reporting, and analysis
• Proficiency in SAP and experience with Project Management methodologies
• A hands‑on mindset and readiness to play a key role in site and entity establishment phase, thriving in a dynamic, start‑up‑like culture
• Excellent communication and stakeholder management skills

Key Responsibilities

• Ensure compliance with all commercial guidelines, financial reporting standards (FRG, Local GAAP), and maintain accurate project books in SAP
• Support the Project Manager in achieving financial targets, optimizing gross profit, cash flow, and managing assets
• Proactively set up and manage contract and claim management processes
• Identify, evaluate, and take responsibility for commercial risks and opportunities
• Act as the key commercial contact for customer representatives and partners/subcontractors
• Provide crucial support in establishing the new legal entity, including process setup, coordination, and administrative tasks

Desired Skills

• Commercial Acumen
• Financial Reporting
• Project Management
• Risk Management